Have all the issues been resolved? I'm see-sawing between buying and not buying this yoke. It looks great but the problems concern me. Saitek's forum doesn't offer much hope - can anyone say whether the issues have been corrected?thanks,Andrew Have all the issues been resolved? I'm see-sawing between buying and not buying this yoke. It looks great but the problems concern me. Saitek's forum doesn't offer much hope... » Read More Have all the issues been resolved? I'm see-sawing between buying and not buying this yoke. It looks great but the problems concern me. Saitek's forum doesn't offer much hope - can anyone say whether the issues have been corrected?thanks,Andrew « Show Less
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Thanks Yves-As it turns out, I did not load the Saitek drivers. I don't know if loading them would make any difference, but the yoke seems to be working perfectly.
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This is what I found on the Saitek forum (http://www.saitekforum.com/showthread.php?t=13941). There does seem to be a fix, in essence, do not load the Saitek drivers and let FS recognize the new device and a couple of other recommendation about controls 9, 10 and 11 and about adjust the config file. I am in the same situation (Nov. 2011) as Android and I guess I will go ahead and buy it. Will post the results of the experiment.Regards, Yves.
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MadCatz (aka Saitek) is notorious for low quality products so if you buy this expect that it probably last you a year, maybe two if you're very, very lucky. Unfortunately they're really the only one in the game for inexpensive flight yokes.
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Thanks for the update. It's unfortunate that their reps were saying the opposite not very long ago. Chances are the company not only had plans but were working on it. It's also unfortunate that customer service is so bad for other companies in the industry that I can't ding them for giving out wrong info in the past, since you can't expect anything better from the competition.Another obvious issue is that they emailed an attached file instead of a link. If it were on the website, that would not make sense. Why would they want people to contact support each time they needed a driver? Thanks for the update. It's unfortunate that their reps were saying the opposite not very long ago. Chances are the company not only had plans but were working on it. It's also unfortunate that customer service is so bad for other companies in the industry that I can't ding them for giving out wrong info in the past, since you can't expect anything better from the competition.Another obvious issue is that they emailed an attached file instead of a link. If it were on the website, that would not make sense. Why would they want people to contact support each time they needed a... » Read More Thanks for the update. It's unfortunate that their reps were saying the opposite not very long ago. Chances are the company not only had plans but were working on it. It's also unfortunate that customer service is so bad for other companies in the industry that I can't ding them for giving out wrong info in the past, since you can't expect anything better from the competition.Another obvious issue is that they emailed an attached file instead of a link. If it were on the website, that would not make sense. Why would they want people to contact support each time they needed a driver? « Show Less
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I have been using it for a month or so and haven't touched it so didn't notice the problem. Maybe I should pay closer attention, but it hasn't been problematic so far (at least not noticeable).
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Very good point (& question).... I don't believe I even checked that. Well, if you buy it & it works for you, let me know. Perhaps that was an issue. Thanks!
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Read an article claiming it is not fixed.... I guess I'll wait for the reviews. Like you said, everyone came out with new models, but out of the bunch, this one caught my attention. (most bang for the buck, easily)
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Hello, Please consult your user manual first to make sure you've got everything correctly. Then, please send us an e-mail, if your problem persists. From our experience with this model since its introduction 3 years ago, the actual defect rate is very very low (well under 1% ... and probably even less). Most of the customer's "defect" claims turned out to be user errors. We are here to assist you. For us to provide faster/more efficient service, it would very much help if you consult the user manual first. Thank you. ______________________________ www.LegioAerium.com A veteran owned family business. Quality, Service & Integrity Authorized KPS and SMDV Dealer for the U.S. ______________________________
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Don't know returned mine due to ongoing issues. Those problems were experienced by quite a few owners and discussed in the forum. Some appeared a few months after purchase. Save the money and buy something better. If you Google CNC & Stone cutting you will find some information.
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Just "chatted" with Longevity and they don't know if the units on Amazon are the updated models or not. Also, they don't sell the wire feed carriers to update it yourself! So to me that says they don't have parts available to service the machine if it breaks and are not too concerned about you getting their best product!! They may be a decent company, but their products are still made in China from Chinese manufactured parts, so warrenty issues will be a problem. Probably best to stick to American made units even if some of the innards are out sourced IMHO!
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I've read on the Finale website that there were some problems. I'm not sure if they have all been resolved. Go to their website, check the user forums or send them a question. I've sent a few questions in the past and they do respond promptly. I've been cautious about updating the OS as well. Good luck!
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We haven't experienced these things ....yet.Are you thinking of buying one or are you having problems with one you already own?
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I think it was just a fluke with my order, I let Amazon know and they emailed me a return sticker to return the broken one and they sent me a new one. The new ones has no issues and works just great. I think I just got a dud, I wouldn't hesitate buying it, my kids LOVE it...still after months of playing with it. And if per chance you get stuck with a dud Amazon is great enough to resolve the issue quickly.
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Same problems here fat boy tools sold refurbished ones as new. As I was informed by makkita when I sent it out for repair. Got it back and same day it broke. Switched to ridgid no problems.
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What's funny is that what the Neato rep. said isn't even necessarily true in all cases. Early tear-downs of the latest XV-21's that were made with the latest manufacturing process have shown differences from the XV-11's that originally launched. Things like improved wheel spring designs, upgraded body moldings and some very slight improvements in the logic board design of the system. None of these are anything they would document but it's stuff that's been appearing in the latest robots. I think they're definitely ironing out the manufacturing issues that were occurring with the original unit's that were shipped out. What's funny is that what the Neato rep. said isn't even necessarily true in all cases. Early tear-downs of the latest XV-21's that were made with the latest manufacturing process have shown differences from the XV-11's that originally launched. Things like improved wheel spring designs, upgraded body moldings and some very slight improvements in the logic board design of the system. None of these are anything they would document but it's stuff that's been appearing in the latest robots. I think they're definitely ironing out the manufacturing issues that were occurring with the original... » Read More What's funny is that what the Neato rep. said isn't even necessarily true in all cases. Early tear-downs of the latest XV-21's that were made with the latest manufacturing process have shown differences from the XV-11's that originally launched. Things like improved wheel spring designs, upgraded body moldings and some very slight improvements in the logic board design of the system. None of these are anything they would document but it's stuff that's been appearing in the latest robots. I think they're definitely ironing out the manufacturing issues that were occurring with the original unit's that were shipped out. « Show Less
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When I had mine this is not something that occurred, I had other challenges that resulted in returning the machine. I've heard they are wonderful machines, I hope you are able to get this corrected.
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As far as I know they did not solve the problem with update or something. Worse, they discontinued the RS220 and no further efforts were put to expand this product line. It's a shame.
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Since my review quite some time ago, the unit has been improved. Even our unit, which has subsequently been supplanted by newer models, has had firmware updates which have solved most of the problems I originally found. I still find the interface completely non-intuitive. But if you study the manual, it all works.
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Thanks for your contact! I do have multiple machines in stock - so, I can send you some photos - but, they would only be an example of quality, not necessarily the exact unit you would receive. All these machines are in good used condition - no damage or defects - just minor signs of handling due to use/testing/shipping/etc. Please don't hesitate to get in contact with any further questions. Thanks!